While its revenue for the quarter and the year rose, General Motors reported its fourth-quarter earnings were flat and full-year earnings were down on a year-over-year basis due to special charges related to some of the company’s restructuring actions.

However, the company’s positive performance in North America buoyed its quarter and year and resulted in its eligible hourly employees expected to received profit sharing checks up to $7,500 each.

Performance Matters!

“Launches of some of the best vehicles in our history combined with significant improvements in our core business led to a solid year,” said GM CEO Mary Barra. “The tough decisions made during the year will further strengthen our operations. We’re now in execution mode and our sole focus will be on delivering results on a global basis.” (more…)